HP Notebook PC Reference Guide
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Contents Getting Started with Your HP Notebook ..................................................................... 11 Taking Inventory......................................................................................................... 12 What’s in the box? ................................................................................................ 12 To buy accessories ................................................................................................ 13 To find more information....
Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC .................................................................. 43 Taking Care of Your Computer .................................................................................. 45 To protect your hard disk drive ............................................................................. 45 To maintain your computer ................................................................................... 45 To safeguard your data.........................................
To create or copy CDs........................................................................................... 80 Connecting PC Cards.................................................................................................. 81 To insert or remove a PC Card.............................................................................. 81 Connecting External Devices...................................................................................... 83 To identify connectors for external devices ...
Reinstalling and Updating Software ......................................................................... 132 To recover the factory installation of your hard disk .......................................... 132 To create a boot disk (Windows 98 or 2000) ...................................................... 133 To replace a damaged Recovery CD................................................................... 133 To update the BIOS..........................................................................
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Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory Taking Inventory Congratulations! Your notebook computer sets a new standard in personal computing. Although compact and easy to carry, your computer is made with the quality and attention to detail that are the hallmark of Hewlett-Packard. Your computer has several features that make it convenient to use: • Two buttons provide convenient options for starting and stopping the computer.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory To buy accessories You can buy accessories for your computer online. For the latest accessories and options, visit the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks). HP currently offers docking solutions, plug-in modules, cables, and other accessories, such as the following: • AC adapter. • Floppy disk drive module. • External floppy disk drive cable.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Taking Inventory To find more information The following table lists other sources of information about your computer and related products. Source Description and Location Startup Guide This printed manual introduces your computer. It also contains setup instructions, basic operation guidelines, troubleshooting information, and warranty information.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Identifying Parts of the Computer Front View 1. One-Touch buttons. 9. Module eject latch. 2. Sleep button. Suspends and resumes operation. 10. Volume control. 3. Keyboard status lights (left to right: Caps Lock, Num Lock, Keypad Lock, Scroll Lock). 11. Audio-off button and audio-off light. 4. Power slide button. Turns the computer on and off. 12.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Back View 18. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter). 22. External monitor port. 19. Two universal serial bus ports (USB). 24. AC adapter jack. 20. Serial port (COM1). Use this port for a serial mouse, modem, printer, or other serial device. 25. Modem port (on certain models). 21. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device, or to connect the floppy disk drive externally.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Bottom View 29. Plug-in module bay. Can contain a CD-ROM or DVD drive, floppy disk drive, secondary battery, or other plug-in module. 30. Main battery. 32. Hard disk drive. 33. RAM cover. 34. Mini-PCI cover (no user parts inside). 31. Main battery latch.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer Status Lights The computer includes a number of status lights that report power and battery status, drive activity, and keyboard functions such as Caps Lock and Num Lock. The following diagram shows the status lights on the front of the computer. 1. Power mode. • On: the computer is on (even if the display is off). • Blinking: the computer is in Standby mode. • Off: the computer is off or in Hibernate mode. 2.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Identifying Parts of the Computer The keyboard status lights, located above the keyboard, indicate the states of the keyboard locks. 1. Caps Lock. Caps Lock is active. 2. Num Lock. Num Lock is active. (The Keypad Lock must also be on to use the embedded keypad.) 3. Keypad Lock. The embedded keypad is active (Fn+F8). Num Lock must also be on for the numeric keys—otherwise, cursor control is active (as marked on an external keyboard). 4. Scroll Lock.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer WARNING Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library, or visit our ergonomics Web site, www.hp.com/ergo. For a summary about working with a notebook computer, see “Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC” on page 43.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer To remove the battery 1. Before removing the battery, do one of the following: • Shut down the computer or put it into Hibernate mode. • Plug in the AC adapter. 2. Slide the battery’s release latch, then lift the battery out of its compartment.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 2: Connect AC power CAUTION Use only the HP AC adapter included with your computer (or other approved adapter). Using any other AC adapter could damage the computer and may void your warranty (see the warranty statement in this manual). • Plug in the AC adapter, and connect it to the AC adapter jack on the back of the computer. The computer’s battery then starts charging. While the battery is charging, you can continue with step 3.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 3: Connect a phone line If your computer does not include a built-in modem, you can skip this step. Also, if you prefer, you can instead connect to a PC Card modem or an external modem. 1. Make sure the telephone line is an analog line, sometimes called a data line. (You must not use a digital line.) 2. Connect the telephone cord into a telephone jack. If the plug on the phone cord doesn’t fit the jack, you may need to use an adapter. 3.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 4: Turn on the computer • Press the blue sleep button above the keyboard. The computer then boots up, and Windows starts automatically. Hint If your computer does not turn on when operating on battery power, the battery may be out of power. Plug in the AC adapter and press the blue sleep button again. Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at least an hour—or 2–3 hours to charge it fully.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer Step 6: Register your notebook Be sure to register your computer. Registering is free and fast, and ensures you will receive quicker, more personalized support. The information you provide during registration allows us to provide you with better products and services. Registering your computer does the following: • Records your ownership of the computer with Hewlett-Packard and provides access to service, support, and information.
Getting Started with Your HP Notebook Setting Up Your Computer What to do next Here are a few things you may want to try at this point: • If you’re not familiar with the version of Windows installed on your computer, click Start, Help (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Tour Windows XP, or check the Windows manual to discover what’s new. • If your computer includes a DVD drive or CD-RW drive, you also received special software for the drive—find the software CD in the box.
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Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Operating Your Computer You can start and stop your computer using its blue sleep button. However, at certain times you may want to use other methods to start or stop the computer—depending on power considerations, types of active connections, and start-up time. To turn the computer on and off Power mode To enter this mode On mode Power mode status light is green. Press the blue sleep button. Standby mode Saves significant power.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To reset the computer Occasionally, you may find that Windows or the computer has stopped responding, and will not let you turn the computer off. If this happens, try the following in the order listed. • If possible, shut down Windows: Windows 98 or 2000: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, click Shut Down, and press the blue sleep button to restart. Windows XP: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, then click Shut Down, Restart.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To change the boot device The computer normally boots from its internal hard disk. You can also boot the computer from a floppy disk drive in the module bay, a CD-ROM or similar drive in the module bay, or an internal network interface card (Intel Boot Agent). 1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press ESC to display the Boot menu. 3. Use the arrow keys to select the boot device, and press ENTER.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer Moving and selecting 1. Place your hands in a normal typing position. 2. Pointing stick. With your index finger, press the pointing stick in the direction you want the pointer to move. Touch pad. Move a thumb or finger across the touch pad in the direction you want the pointer to move. 3.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer 2. Click the TouchPad tab, and select the device you want to disable from the pull-down menu. 3. Select Disable This Device near the bottom of the window. 4. Click OK. To use the Fn hot keys The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a hot key—a shortcut key sequence—for various system controls. To use a hot key, press and hold Fn, press the appropriate second key, then release both keys. This hot key Fn+F1 Does this Decreases the display brightness.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To use the One-Touch buttons Your computer includes four One-Touch buttons that can start any application or open a document or web site with a single press. • Press the One-Touch button to open the corresponding application, document, or web site. Your computer is preconfigured to access the following services: 1. Internet web site (if you have an Internet provider) 2. Outlook Express e-mail software 3. HP Presentation Ready 4.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To use the Windows and Applications keys The Windows key brings up the Windows Start menu. This is the same as clicking the Start button on the taskbar. The Applications key brings up the shortcut menu for the current application. This is the same menu that appears when you right-click while pointing at the application. This key combination Does this Windows key+E Runs Windows Explorer. Windows key+F1 Runs Windows Help.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To use the ALT GR key Non-U.S. keyboards have an ALT GR key to the right of the spacebar. This is a shift key that provides access to certain special keyboard characters. • For a character in the lower-right corner of a key, press and hold ALT GR to type the character. 1. Shifted. 2. Unshifted. 3. ALT GR. To adjust the display Changing the brightness • Press Fn+F1 or Fn+F2 to decrease or increase (respectively) the display’s brightness.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer The computer has an LCD display, which behaves differently from a normal computer monitor. If you change the display resolution, the desktop changes size, but the objects on it do not. You normally won’t change the resolution except to use an external monitor. Changing icon and label sizes To enlarge icons and labels on your screen when using a high-resolution display, use HP Desktop Zoom.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To change computer settings for a presentation When you show a presentation to an audience, you’ll often want to adjust some of your video and power settings for the show. You can easily do this with HP Presentation Ready, an application that automatically adjusts your computer for slide shows and similar presentations, and also opens the presentation itself.
Basic Operation Operating Your Computer To work with CDs and DVDs If you have a DVD drive module, you can play DVD movies—see “To play DVD movies” on page 80. If you have a CD-RW drive module, you can write and copy CDs— see “To create or copy CDs” on page 80.
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer Securing Your Computer To set up password protection You can protect your computer from access by another user when you set up password protection, which is available through Windows and through the BIOS Setup utility. For complete protection, set passwords in Windows as well as through BIOS Setup. To cancel password protection, set an empty password. BIOS Setup Utility 1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2.
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer Windows XP 1. Click Start, Control Panel, User Accounts, then select your account. 2. Click Create a Password, then set the password. 3. Click Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, Power Options. 4. On the Advanced tab, select the option to prompt for a password when the computer leaves Standby mode. For Windows XP, to protect against unauthorized undocking while the computer is running, set up a screen saver with a password in Control Panel Display.
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer To protect against viruses Virus-protection software can help protect the integrity of your data. This is especially important if you use the Web. Your computer comes equipped with VirusScan or Norton AntiVirus software. If you have VirusScan, you must install it before you can use it. 1. Click Start, Programs, VirusScan, Setup. 2. Follow the instructions as they appear on the screen. Once installed, you can get detailed instructions from the software’s online Help.
Basic Operation Securing Your Computer To lock the hard disk drive The computer enables you to lock its internal hard disk drive to help keep your information secure. Hard disk drive lock does not protect a second hard disk drive installed in the module bay. CAUTION When you enable hard disk drive lock, the current BIOS user password (or administrator password if that is the only password set) is encoded on the hard disk drive.
Basic Operation Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC WARNING Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For more information about reducing your risk, visit our ergonomics Web site at www.hp.com/ergo—or see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library. You can use your HP notebook computer virtually anywhere, anytime. The following recommendations should help you work more comfortably.
Basic Operation Working in Comfort with a Notebook PC Using Your Mobile Computer • Position the computer so your wrists and hands are in a neutral position. Your wrists should be as straight as possible and should not have to bend sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down. If your notebook computer does not have a built-in palm rest, you can use a rolled-up towel. • Try to type as lightly as possible. The notebook keyboard requires little force to activate.
Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer Taking Care of Your Computer Use the following recommendations to maintain your computer during everyday use and prevent potential physical damage or data loss. To protect your hard disk drive Hard disk drives, as well as other internal components, are not indestructible and can be damaged by inappropriate handling and operation. • Avoid bumps or jolts. • Do not operate the computer while traveling over bumpy terrain.
Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer To safeguard your data • Do not use a pointing device or activate any other device that interrupts operation while the system is starting or stopping. • Back up your work regularly. Copy files to floppy, tape, or network drives. • Use a virus-scanning program (such as the VirusScan or Norton AntiVirus program included with your computer) to check the integrity of your files and operating system.
Basic Operation Taking Care of Your Computer To clean your computer • You can clean the computer with a soft cloth dampened with clean water or with water containing a mild detergent. Do not use an excessively wet cloth, and take care to keep water out of the case. • Do not use abrasive cleaners, especially on the display. Do not apply any cleaner directly to the display. Instead, apply the cleaner to a soft cloth and then gently wipe the display.
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Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption Managing Power Consumption When you’re running your computer on battery power, you will want to maximize operating time without compromising performance. Your computer is designed to help you reduce power consumption and extend battery life without needing to turn it off. • During idle periods, the computer automatically enters power-saving modes after specified timeout periods. You can adjust these timeouts to suit your working habits.
Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption CAUTION Make a habit of saving your work before allowing your computer to enter Standby mode. If power is interrupted while the computer is in Standby mode, any information that was not saved will be lost. The computer can also enter Hibernate mode if battery power reaches a critically low level. (See “To respond to a low-battery warning” on page 55.
Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption Managing CPU power If your computer contains a multispeed processor with Intel SpeedStep Technology, the taskbar in Windows 98 or 2000 contains an Intel SpeedStep Technology icon. This feature enables the processor to automatically switch to lower, power-saving speeds or to higher-performance speeds according to the workload. You can customize SpeedStep to best suit your working environment.
Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption To manage power manually In addition to allowing the computer to enter its power-saving modes automatically, you can also put it into any of the following three modes whenever you need to. Power mode Does this… Use when… To enter this mode… Standby Maintains your current session in RAM, and turns off the display and other components. You will be away from your computer for a short time.
Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power Using Battery Power To check battery status From the battery status lights Your computer has two battery status lights, one for the main battery and one for an optional secondary battery in the module bay, see “Bottom View” on page 17. From the Windows taskbar The Windows taskbar can display a power icon that provides detailed battery status information (see Windows Help for details). The icon looks like a battery when AC is not connected.
Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power To respond to a low-battery warning The computer automatically alerts you when the battery power drops to a critically low level. The computer first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. Then, if you do not restore power within a short time, the computer goes into Hibernate mode.
Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power To get the most from your batteries Follow these suggestions to make your battery’s power last as long as possible. • Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a drive in the module bay, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. • Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1).
Batteries and Power Management Using Battery Power In addition, follow these suggestions to extend the life of your batteries. • Do not leave batteries unused for long periods. If you have more than one, rotate them. • If you normally use AC power, make a practice of using the battery as your power source at least once a week. • Unplug the AC adapter when the computer is not in use. • To preserve the life of a battery, be sure to charge it regularly.
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Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem Using the Modem If your computer has a modem port, you can connect your modem to a telephone line and communicate with other computers throughout the world. You can explore the Internet, send and receive e-mail messages, and use your PC to send and receive faxes.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem 3. Plug the other end of the phone cord the built-in modem. 4. Check your modem’s country or region settings: • Windows 98: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, double-click Modems, then click Dialing Properties. • Windows 2000: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, double-click Phone and Modem Options, then click Edit on the Dialing Rules tab. • Windows XP: click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Phone and Modem Options.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem • When using a modem in the Republic of South Africa, an external surge protector may be necessary in order to prevent computer damage by lightning or other electrical surges. Connect any approved surge protector to the modem cable whenever you are using the modem. To connect to the Internet Signing up with an Internet Service Provider Before you can connect to the Internet, you need to set up an account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To disconnect from the Internet You remain connected to the Internet until you shut down the computer, disconnect the phone line from the computer, or give a command to hang up the connection. • Double-click the connect icon in the taskbar, and click Disconnect. (For Windows XP, you can enable this icon as described in “To connect to the Internet,” above.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem • AT commands. You can control many aspects of modem operation using modem AT commands. AT commands are special strings of characters sent to the modem to set up specific conditions. Those command strings normally start with “AT”. For a list of AT commands for the built-in modem, see “Modem Reference Information” on page 147. For Windows 98, open Modems in Control Panel. On the General tab, click Properties, then on the Connections tab click Advanced.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To receive e-mail messages 1. In Outlook Express, click the Send/Recv tool on the toolbar to have Outlook deliver new messages. 2. Click the Inbox folder to view the list of messages. Unread messages appear bold on the screen. 3. To view a message, click it once. (Or double-click to view the message in its own window.) To send and receive faxes (Windows 98) Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To view and print a fax 1. In QuickLink, click the Fax Viewer tool on the toolbar. 2. Click Yes to view the fax now. 3. Click the printer icon to print the fax. To send and receive faxes (Windows 2000) Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection. You can use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer. Fax software is built into Windows 2000. To set up for faxing 1.
Modem and Network Connections Using the Modem To send and receive faxes (Windows XP) Sending and receiving faxes requires just a telephone connection—you don’t need an Internet connection. You can use the modem and fax software to send and receive faxes on your computer. Fax Console fax software is included with Windows XP. To set up Fax Console Before you can use Fax Console, you need to install it. 1. Click Start, Control Panel, Add or Remove Programs. 2.
Modem and Network Connections Connecting to a LAN Connecting to a LAN Connecting to a local area network (LAN) gives you access to network resources, such as printers and file servers on your corporate network, and possibly to the Internet. To connect to a LAN 1. Check that the existing LAN supports Ethernet 10Base-T (10 Mbps) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbps) connections. 2. Plug the LAN cable (not supplied) into the built-in LAN port. The cable must have an RJ-45 connector. 3.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Making Wireless Connections If your computer includes a wireless on-off button—located on the left side of the computer near the front—you can connect by radio to a wireless local area network (LAN) and access computers and other resources on the network. A wireless network provides all the functions of a typical “wired” network, but also provides for “roaming.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections 3. If the computers use encrypted communication, use the Encryption tab to set the following parameters, which must be identical for all computers that will connect to each other: • Encryption: 64-bit or 128-bit. • Passphrase (if available) or Key: see the hint below. The computers automatically connect whenever they’re within range of each other and wireless communication is turned on—see “To turn wireless communication on and off,” below.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Hint If you are connecting to an access point or computer that is using Lucent/Agere-based software, you must set up compatible encryption on your computer. You can enter the encryption key manually. If you know only the Lucent/Agere passphrase, you must convert it to the corresponding key. If this option is not available on the Encryption tab, click Start, Programs, HP Wireless LAN, and use the encryption key converter.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Hint If you are connecting to non-Windows XP access points or computers that are using software from different manufacturers, you must set up compatible encryption on your computer. You can use the same hexadecimal encryption key on all units. If you know only an ASCII passphrase, you should convert it to the corresponding hexadecimal key. Click Start, All Programs, HP Wireless LAN, and use the encryption key converter.
Modem and Network Connections Making Wireless Connections Turning on communication and making a connection 1. If the computer isn’t on, turn it on. 2. The wireless indicator light is lit whenever the wireless function is on. If the indicator isn’t lit, do one of the following: Press the wireless on-off button. –or– Click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Wireless Radio On. If you’re within range of your wireless network, your computer automatically connects.
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Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules Using Plug-In Modules You can use any compatible plug-in module with your computer’s module bay, such as: • CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, or similar drive. • Zip drive. • Second hard drive. • Floppy disk drive. • Secondary battery. CAUTION Never remove a plug-in module without first notifying Windows—see “To replace a plug-in module” on page 76. Otherwise, you could lose data.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules CAUTION Before disconnecting a CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, or any other type of drive, you must either use the icon in the taskbar or shut down the computer—otherwise, you could lose data. Exception: for Windows 98, you must shut down the computer before connecting or disconnecting a hard disk drive. Handle and store a module carefully when it’s out of the computer. Do not drop it or apply excessive pressure to its surfaces—this could damage its internal mechanisms.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules 4. Grasp the module and pull it out. 5. Slide the new plug-in module into the computer until it clicks into place. 6. For Windows 98, click OK to close the BayManager window. If you have a CD-ROM drive or other module in the module bay, you can connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel port. See the next topic.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules To insert or remove a CD or DVD CAUTION Do not remove a CD or DVD while the computer is reading it. Otherwise, the computer could stop responding and you could lose data. Be sure to press the CD or DVD onto the spindle. You can damage the disk or drive if you just lay it on the tray. 1. Press the button on the face of the CD-ROM or DVD drive. If you are using this drive for the first time, be sure to remove the cardboard packing insert. 2.
Add-On Devices Using Plug-In Modules To play DVD movies If your computer came with a DVD drive, it also includes DVD player software that lets you play DVD movies. Click Start, Programs (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, All Programs, Multimedia, DVD Player (Windows XP)—if InterVideo WinDVD or DVD Express is not listed, do the following. • Run Setup on the software CD to install the player software. To play DVD movies on a TV, see “To use a TV set as a monitor” on page 88.
Add-On Devices Connecting PC Cards Connecting PC Cards The computer’s PC Card slots are available for storing data and expanding the communication capabilities of the computer. The computer supports standard Type I, II, and III PC Cards (PCMCIA and CardBus), and can hold two Type I or II cards or one Type III card. The lower slot supports Zoomed Video, which allows a zoomed video card to show highquality multimedia presentations. To insert or remove a PC Card Inserting a PC Card 1.
Add-On Devices Connecting PC Cards Removing a PC Card CAUTION Before removing a PC Card, you must use the PC Card, Eject Hardware, or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, or shut down the computer. Otherwise, you could lose data. 1. Before removing the card, click the PC Card, Eject Hardware, or Safely Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar, then click Stop. This protects your data and helps avoid unexpected problems. If needed, you can restart the card by removing and then reinserting it. 2.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Connecting External Devices To identify connectors for external devices The diagram below shows your computer’s connectors for external devices. 1. PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse port (supports Y adapter). 2. Two universal serial bus (USB) ports. 3. Serial port (COM1). 4. Parallel port (LPT1). Use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device, or to connect the floppy disk drive externally. 5. External monitor port. 6. Docking port. 7.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Note Before you connect any device, check its documentation to see if you need to make any settings or adjustments to the equipment before using it. This might include setting switches to configure the equipment so that it will operate properly with your computer and the software you plan to use.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To connect a USB device Your computer’s universal serial bus (USB) provide a bi-directional serial interface for adding peripheral devices such as game controllers, serial and parallel ports, and scanners on a single bus. • Attach the device’s USB cable to one of the computer’s USB ports. Windows automatically recognizes the USB device. Some USB devices can be connected to the computer in series—this is called a daisy-chain connection.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To use an external monitor Connecting an external monitor 1. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP). 2. Connect the monitor cable from the monitor to the monitor port on the rear of the computer. 3. Connect the monitor to a power source and turn it on. 4. Press the blue sleep button to turn on the computer.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Adjusting monitor resolution and other settings 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Display (Windows 98 or 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Display (Windows XP). 2. On the Settings tab, adjust the Screen area. Other settings are also available. For an external monitor, the computer supports screen area settings up to 1600 × 1200, color settings up to 16M (24- or 32-bit), and refresh rates up to at least 75 Hz.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To use a TV set as a monitor You can connect a television set or other video device to your computer to use as a display. The computer’s built-in display remains active when you connect a TV set. To connect a TV set You can connect a TV set using a standard S-video cable, or an HP F1459A compositevideo adapter with a standard RCA-type video cable. 1. Connect a video cable from the TV set to the S-video port. (You don’t need to turn the computer off to do this.) 2.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices To connect an infrared device Your computer includes an infrared port—located below the volume control on the right side of the computer—which provides wireless, serial communication between the computer and other infrared devices such as printers or other computers. By default, the infrared port is not enabled, so you must enable it before you can use it. 1. Enable the infrared port in the BIOS Setup utility—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 125. 2.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices Transferring files through an infrared connection You can use your computer’s infrared port to transfer files. • For Windows 98, use the built-in Direct Cable Connection software. You will first need to install the software as follows: 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Add/Remove Programs. 2. Click Windows Setup, double-click Communications, and select the Direct Cable Connection checkbox. • For Windows 2000 or XP, use Wireless Link.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices 2. Push down firmly on both sides of the tray until it snaps into place. To remove a tray from the dock, pull the latch (at the center front of the dock) towards you until the tray pops free. Docking the computer The computer can be on, suspended, or off when docking. 1. Connect power to the dock—the type of connection depends on the dock. See the manual that came with the dock. 2.
Add-On Devices Connecting External Devices 3. Position your fingers on the platform grips as shown below. Use your thumbs to push the computer into the dock until the computer slides into place. Undocking the computer 1. Press the undock button on the front of the dock and wait for the undock light to blink. Then position your thumb as shown and pull the release lever forward. 2. Remove the computer from the dock.
Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM Installing Additional RAM The computer has no memory (RAM) built in but has two slots that hold two RAM modules. At least one slot contains a RAM module installed at the factory. You can use both slots to expand your RAM. Use HP PC-133 or higher SDRAM only. To install a RAM expansion module You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. CAUTION Your computer’s chips are extremely sensitive to static electricity, and can be permanently damaged by it.
Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM 4. Insert the RAM board into the connector at about a 30° angle until it is fully inserted. Then press down at both sides until both latches snap closed. 5. Replace the cover. 6. Insert the battery.
Add-On Devices Installing Additional RAM To remove a RAM expansion module You may want to remove a RAM module so you can install a larger one. You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. CAUTION Your computer’s chips are extremely sensitive to static electricity, and can be permanently damaged by it. Handle the RAM module only by its edges.
Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the AC adapter if you’re using one, and remove the battery. 2. Turn the unit bottom side up and remove all three hard drive screws. 3. Raise the cover on the end of the drive so that its retainer tab is free of the computer casing, then gently pull the hard drive out of the computer. 4.
Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive holder If you are installing a new hard drive that does not have a cover, you can remove the cover parts from the old hard drive. You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Remove all four screws from the holder and drive case, then lift the drive out of the holder. 2. Notice that the hard drive has a pin connector attachment at one end. Carefully remove this connector from the end of the drive.
Add-On Devices Replacing the Hard Disk Drive To prepare a new hard disk drive When you install a new hard disk drive, you also need to prepare it to be able to work with your computer. • If you want to restore the Windows software and operating system that were originally installed on your computer, you can do so using the Recovery CD that also came with your computer. See “To recover the factory installation of your hard disk” on page 132.
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Troubleshooting Your Computer This section contains solutions to a many types of problems you might have with your computer. Try the solutions one at a time, in the order in which they are presented. Here are some other sources of information for troubleshooting: • Open the HP web-based troubleshooting tool: double-click the HP Instant Support icon on the Windows desktop (Windows 98 or 2000) or click Start. Help and Support, (Windows XP).
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If sound does not record • Check the software controls for recording sound: click Start, Programs (or All Programs), Accessories, Multimedia (or Entertainment), Sound Recorder. • In Volume Control, click Options, Properties, and make sure the microphone is enabled in the recording controls. • Test the audio with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. See “Testing the Hardware” on page 123.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If you get a Region Code error when playing a DVD movie • DVDs can have regional codes embedded in the disc data. These codes prevent DVD movies from being played outside the region of the world in which they are sold. If you get a Region Code error, you are trying to play a DVD intended for a different region.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Display Problems If the computer is on, but the screen is blank • Move the mouse or pointing stick, or tap the touch pad. This will wake the display if it is in Display-off mode. • Press Fn+F5 in case the internal display was disabled. (Do this three times to return to the state you started from.) • If the computer is cold, allow it to warm up.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If one or more display pixels look bad TFT display manufacturing is a highly precise but imperfect technology, and manufacturers cannot produce displays that are cosmetically perfect. Most, if not all, TFT displays exhibit some level of cosmetic imperfection. These cosmetic imperfections may be visible under varying display conditions, and can appear as bright, dim, or dark spots.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the drive A icon is missing for the floppy drive when docked • For Windows 98, if you insert the floppy drive after docking, the drive A icon may not be available. To be recognized, the drive must be present when the computer docks or boots. If the drive A icon is missing, either dock the computer again with the floppy drive installed, or reboot the computer.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Heat Problems Your computer normally gets warm during routine operation. If the computer gets abnormally hot • Always set the computer on a flat surface, so that air can flow freely around and underneath it. • Make sure the air vents on the bottom and right side of the computer are clear. • Keep in mind that games and other programs that drive CPU usage toward 100% can increase the computer’s temperature.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems Use these suggestions for built-in or external devices. If the pointer is difficult to control • Adjust the pointer controls: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Mouse (Windows 98 or 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Mouse (Windows XP).
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If a PS/2 scroll mouse doesn’t work • The built-in pointing devices must be disabled for the mouse’s scroll feature to work. In the BIOS Setup utility, make sure the PS/2 Pointing Devices option in the System Devices menu is set to Auto. See “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 125. • Suspend or shut down the computer before you attach the scroll mouse, so that it will be detected properly.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer LAN problems If the built-in network adapter doesn’t connect to the LAN • Check all cables and connections. Try connecting at a different network station, if available. • If the green light next to the LAN port does not light, the LAN cable may not be connected to the network or the network may be down. Try connecting a different computer to the cable. • For Windows 98, open Network in Control Panel.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Memory Problems If a message says you are out of memory • Make sure drive C is not running low on free space. • For Windows 98, use the Memory Troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help. • If you are having memory problems while running MS-DOS programs, use the MS-DOS or Application and Software troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help (or Help and Support).
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the modem doesn’t dial or no dial tone is detected • Check all cables and connections. • Connect a standard telephone to the phone line and make sure the line is working. • Make sure someone else isn’t using the same phone line. • Try another telephone line, preferably one normally used for a fax machine or modem. • If you’re in a foreign country, the dial tone may not be recognized by the modem.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer • Open the hardware Device Manager: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, System (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, System (Windows XP). If the modem is disabled, try to enable it. If it has a conflict, try disabling another device. • If you’re running fax software using fax Class 2, try using Class 1. If the modem dials but you can’t hear it • Make sure the audio-off light is turned off.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the modem clicks repeatedly but doesn’t connect • Make sure you’re using an analog telephone line (2, 3, or 4 wires). You must not use a digital line. In a hotel, ask for a data line. • Check all cables and connections. PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems If the notebook doesn’t recognize a PC Card • Remove and reinsert the PC Card. • Insert the PC Card in a different slot.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If a PC card modem is not working • Disable the internal modem: 1. Open the hardware Device Manager: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, System (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, System (Windows XP). 2. Double-click Modem to list the current modem devices. 3. Double-click the internal modem, then select the option to disable the modem.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer • Check settings in the BIOS Setup utility: 1. Click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. 2. When the HP logo appears, press F2 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. From the Power menu, set the Power Management Mode to Max. Performance. 4. Press F10 to save and exit BIOS Setup. If the computer stops responding • Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to end the application that is not responding.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If a secondary battery doesn’t charge • The computer’s secondary battery won’t charge until the main battery is fully charged. • Make sure the AC adapter is fully plugged into the power source and the computer, and that the light on the adapter is on. • Make sure the secondary battery is correctly installed and locked in place.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the computer doesn’t suspend to Standby mode as expected • If you have a connection to another computer, the computer won’t suspend if the connection is active. • If the computer is performing an operation, it normally waits for the operation to finish before suspending. If the computer doesn’t automatically hibernate as expected • For Windows 2000 or XP, make sure hibernate support is enabled.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer Printing Problems Hint You will usually be able to solve most printing problems by using the Print troubleshooter in Windows Help: click Start, Help (or Help and Support). If a serial or parallel printer doesn’t print • Make sure the printer is on and has paper in it. • Make sure you are using the correct printer cable or cable adapter, and that the cable is secure at both ends. • Check for printer errors.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer • Restart the computer: click Start, Shut Down (or Turn Off Computer), Restart. • Check mouse settings in Control Panel: click Start, Settings, Control Panel, then double-click Mouse (Windows 98 or 2000), or click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, Mouse (Windows XP). • Make sure the serial port is enabled in BIOS Setup—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 125. • Use a mouse that connects to the USB or PS/2 port.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer • Use the BIOS Setup utility to make sure the serial and parallel ports are enabled—see “To run the BIOS Setup utility” on page 125. • Test the ports with the e-Diagtools diagnostics. See “Testing the Hardware” on page 123. If the USB port is not working • Contact the vendor of the peripheral device—as well as HP—for the latest versions of the USB drivers. • Check the port settings in Control Panel.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the computer won’t boot from the floppy disk drive • Make sure the drive is installed or connected correctly—see “To connect the floppy disk drive to the parallel port” on page 78. • Make sure the floppy disk drive is selected as the boot device—see “To change the boot device” on page 30.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Computer If the wireless link icon in the taskbar is red • Make sure you are using the correct SSID and channel settings: click the wireless link icon in the taskbar and select Advanced Configuration. • Make sure you are in range of an access point (for an infrastructure connection) or other wireless computer (for an AdHoc connection). You can connect, but the network is slow • Check whether you might be in an area served by more than one wireless LAN.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Testing the Hardware Testing the Hardware The e-Diagtools hardware diagnostic program included with your computer provides two levels of testing: • Automated testing using its basic hardware test. • Advanced testing using individual hardware tests. The tests are designed to run after the system reboots. This ensures that the computer will be in a predictable state, so the diagnostic program can properly test the hardware components.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Testing the Hardware 9. Select and run the appropriate tests. Tests are listed only for detected hardware. Press the following keys to run tests: ENTER Runs the highlighted test. F5 or SPACE Marks or unmarks the highlighted test. F6 Marks or unmarks all tests in the current menu. F7 Marks or unmarks all tests in all menus. F10 Runs all marked tests. 10. Save the Support Ticket. Press T to update and display a Support Ticket containing system and test information.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Configuring the Computer Your computer includes two tools that help you configure its operation: the BIOS Setup utility and HP TopTools. To run the BIOS Setup utility The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup utility enables you to make changes to the computer’s system configuration, and to tailor the operation of your computer to your individual work needs.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Main Menu Setting Description Default BIOS Revision Shows the current BIOS version. Detected automatically. System Time Sets the time using 24-hour format. Values set take effect immediately. System Date Sets the date using dd/mm/yy format (except English, which uses mm/dd/yy format). Internal Hard Disk Sets the hard disk drive type and various parameters. Detected automatically.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer System Devices Menu Setting Description Default PS/2 Pointing Devices Disables the internal pointing devices when an external PS/2 mouse is connected. Auto External Fn Key Sets whether left CTRL+left ALT on an external keyboard is interpreted as the Fn key. Enabled FDD Controller Enables the floppy drive. Enabled Legacy USB Support Enables BIOS support for USB mouse, keyboard, and floppy disk drive.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Security Menu Setting Description Default User Password is Shows if a user password is set. Clear Administrator Password is Shows if an administrator password is set. Clear Set User Password Press ENTER to set, change, or clear the user password. The password can have no more than 8 characters (0-9, A-Z), and cannot include special or accented characters.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Power Menu Windows 2000 and XP use only the settings marked with *. Windows 98 uses only the settings marked with * or **. All other settings in the Power menu are ignored. Setting Description Default Power Management Mode Disables time-outs, selects a combination of time-outs, or allows customized time-outs. Max. Power Savings Suspend Time-out Sets the period of inactivity after which the computer goes from Display-off to Standby power mode.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer Boot Menu Setting Description Default +Hard Disk +Removable Device CD-ROM/DVD Drive Intel Boot Agent Shows the order of boot devices, with “+” indicating a device category. Move the entries to change the order. If the computer has more than one device in a category, you can select the one scanned. Intel Boot Agent provides diskless boot from a network server. 1. Hard Disk 2. Removable Device 3. CD-ROM/DVD drive 4.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the Computer To set up TopTools HP TopTools is for network managers and administrators who are responsible for managing computer systems. It offers configuration and security options that allow you to check which hardware and software components are installed on your computer and how well they are working. Pavilion models HP TopTools is not supported on Pavilion models.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software Reinstalling and Updating Software You can use the Recovery CD to recover the original software build for your computer. The Recovery CD also provides Windows drivers specific to your computer to configure a custom system. You can find drivers in these locations: • On your computer’s hard drive under C:\hp\Drivers. • On the Recovery CD under \hp\Drivers. • On the HP Customer Care Web site (www.hp.com/go/support).
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software 7. When the Recovery CD dialog box appears, follow the displayed instructions. If prompted, accept the recommended partition size. If you install the factory software, the recovery process can take up to 15 minutes. If you want to create the Utility partition without installing the factory software, click Advanced and select the option to not install the operating system.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Reinstalling and Updating Software To update the BIOS Hewlett-Packard may provide updates to the computer BIOS to enhance your system’s capabilities of your system. You can use e-Diagtools for Windows to download and install BIOS updates. CAUTION Because a BIOS update replaces the previous version, you must follow these instructions exactly, or you risk damaging your computer.
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HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer Getting Assistance for Your Computer To get help from the web HP has several web sites on the Internet dedicated to providing information to HP notebook computer users. The following sites are especially useful for helping you get support for your computer: • HP Customer Care web site. Get e-mail and telephone support information, technical information, and software updates. www.hp.com/go/support • HP Notebook Computer web site.
HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer To contact the HP Customer Care Center by e-mail, visit the HP Customer Care web site (www.hp.com/go/support) under “Contact HP”. To call the Customer Care Center, check the HP Customer Care web site (www.hp.com/go/support) under “Contact HP” for the most complete and current list of phone numbers. If your HP notebook product is not normally sold by HP in the country of use, you must call a Customer Care Center that supports your notebook model.
HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer North America United States: (970) 635-1000 Canada: (905) 206-4663 Mexico: Mexico City: 52-58-9922 Outside Mexico City: 01-800-472 6684 Guadalajara: 669-9500 Monterrey: 378-4240 South America Argentina: From Argentina: 0810-555-5520 Outside Argentina: 5411-4778-8380 Brazil: São Paulo: (11) 3747-7799 Outside São Paulo: 0800-157751 Venezuela: 0800-157751 Europe Austria: +43-(0)7114-20-1080 Belgium: Dutch: 32-(0)2-626-8806 French: 32-(0)2-626-8807 Cz
HP Support and Service Getting Assistance for Your Computer To receive repair service If the HP notebook product is not normally sold by HP in the country of use, it must be returned for service to a country in which it is sold and supported. For example, certain Pavilion notebook products are currently serviced in only the United States. If your computer is under warranty.
HP Support and Service Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement 1. HP warrants to you, the end-user customer, that HP hardware, accessories and supplies will be free from defects in materials and workmanship after the date of purchase, for the period specified in the Warranty Duration sheet included with your HP notebook computer.
HP Support and Service Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement 6. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND NO OTHER WARRANTY OR CONDITION, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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Reference Information Hardware Specifications Hardware Specifications Because we are constantly improving our products, the specifications shown below are subject to change. For the latest specifications, see the HP Notebook Web site (www.hp.com/notebooks). Physical Attributes Size (14-inch display): 315 × 261 × 32 mm (12.4 × 10.3 × 1.3 in). Size (15-inch display): 325 × 261 × 34 mm (12.8 × 10.3 × 1.4 in). Weight: 2.3–2.8 kg (5.1–6.2 lb), depending on configuration. Magnesium display cover.
Reference Information Hardware Specifications Audio System 16-bit Sound Blaster Pro−compatible stereo sound. Stereo sound via two built-in speakers (500 Hz to 10 kHz range). 3D-enhanced PCI bus audio with Zoomed Video support. Built-in microphone. Separate audio-off button with indicator light. Headphone-out, microphone-in, and audio line-in. Keyboard and Pointing Devices 87/88-key touch-type QWERTY keyboard with 101/102 key emulation. Embedded numeric keypad.
Reference Information Hardware Specifications Expandability One Type III or two Type II 16-/32-bit PC Card slots (3.3- and 5-V support). CardBus enabled. Plug-in module bay for accessory modules. Optional port replicator, mini dock, and docking system (only the port replicator is supported on Pavilion models). Security Features User and administrator passwords. System, hard drive, and docking passwords. PC identification displayed at boot. DMI-accessible electronic serial number.
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Modem Reference Information If your computer has a modem port, you can customize the operation of the modem using AT commands and S-registers. You can do this from Modem (Windows 98) or Phone and Modem Options (Windows 2000 and XP) in Control Panel, from most communications software, or by using terminal mode in your software. See “To change your modem settings” on page 63.
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) I6 I7 L0 L1 L2 L3 M0 M1 M2 M3 N0 N1 O0 O1 P Q0 Q1 Sn Sn? Sn=v T V0 V1 W0 W1 W2 X0 Report modem data pump model and code revision Report the DAA code Set low speaker volume Set low speaker volume Set medium speaker volume Set high speaker volume Turn speaker off Turn speaker on during handshaking and turn speaker off while receiving carrier Turn speaker on during handshaking and while receiving carrier Turn speaker off during dial
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) &D2 Interpret DTR On-to-OFF transition per &Qn &Q0 through &Q6: The modem hangs up Interpret DTR On-to-OFF transition per &Qn &Q0, &Q1, &Q4, &Q5, &Q6: Soft reset &Q2, &Q3: The modem hangs up Restore factory configuration 0 Restore factory configuration 1 Disable guard tone Disable guard tone Enable 1800 Hz guard tone Set S-Register response only for compatibility Set S-Register response only for compatibility Disable DTE/DCE flow
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) &V1 &W0 &W1 &X0 &X1 &X2 &Y0 &Y1 &Zn=x %E0 %E1 %E2 %L %Q %TTn Display last connection statistics Store the current configuration as profile 0 Store the current configuration as profile 1 Select internal timing for the transmit clock Select external timing for the transmit clock Select slave receive timing for the transmit clock Recall stored profile 0 upon power up Recall stored profile 1 upon power up Store dial string x (up to 3
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) +MS=a,b,c,d Select modulation (b, c, and d are optional) a is the mode (bps): 0=V.21 (300), 1=V.22 (1200), 2=V.22bis (2400, 1200), 3=V.23 (1200, 300), 9=V.32 (9600, 4800), 10=V.32bis (14400, 12000, 9600, 7200, 4800), 11=V.34 (33600, 31200, 28800, 26400, 24000, 21600, 19200, 16800, 14400, 12000, 9600, 7200, 4800, 2400), 17=X2, V.
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (Ambit) +FRM=n +FRS=n +FTH=n +FTM=n +FTS=n Receive data Receive silence, n×10 ms Transmit data with HDLC framing Transmit data Stop transmission and wait, n×10 ms AT* Commands *B *Cn *NCn Display black-listed number Data calling tone selection Select country parameters: 0=US, 1=Japan, 2=Germany, 3=UK, 4=France, 5=Netherlands, 6=Italy, 7=Australia, 8=Sweden, 9=Denmark, 10=New Zealand, 11=Korea, 12=China, 13=Singapore, 14=Malaysia, 15=So
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Register Function (Ambit) Range/units Default S38 S39 S40 S41 S46 S48 S82 S86 S91 Delay before forced hangup Flow control bit mapped options status General bit mapped options status General bit mapped options status Data compression control V.
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Modem Reference (3Com/US Robotics) In the following AT command table, default settings are shown in bold. All listed AT commands except +++, /, and A/ must be preceded by “AT.” AT Commands (3Com/US Robotics) Command Function (3Com/US Robotics) +++ / A A/ D...
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (3Com/US Robotics) S$ Sr=n Sr? V0 V1 X0 Display the list of S-register settings Set S-Register “r” to “n” Display the value of S-Register “r” Display result codes in numeric form Display result codes in verbose form (words) Report basic call progress result codes, i.e.
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Command Function (3Com/US Robotics) &H1 &H2 &H3 &I0 &I1 &I2 &I3 &I4 &I5 Flow control for transmitted data - Enable hardware flow control (RTS/CTS) Flow control for transmitted data - Enable software (XON/XOFF) Flow control for transmitted data - Enable both software and hardware flow control Flow control for received data - Disable flow control Flow control for received data - send XON/XOFF signals to modems on both ends Flow control for received data -
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Register Function (3Com/US Robotics) Range Default S8 S9 S10 Pause in dialing time (comma in dialing string) (seconds) Carrier detect validation time (1/10 second) Delay time between lost carrier and hang up; if S10=255, the modem will not hang up when the carrier is lost; dropping DTR hangs up the modem (1/10 second) Duration of the touchtone dialing tone spacing (in milliseconds) Guard time for the escape code (1/50 second) Bitmapped register.
Reference Information Modem Reference Information Register Function (3Com/US Robotics) S33 V.34 and V.34+ connection setup bitmapped control flags. 1=Disable 2400 symbol rate 2=Disable 2743 symbol rate 4=Disable 2800 symbol rate 8=Disable 3000 symbol rate 16=Disable 3200 symbol rate 32=Disable 3429 symbol rate 128=Disable shaping V.34 and V.
Reference Information Safety Information Safety Information Power Cords The power cord supplied with the computer’s AC adapter should match the plug and voltage requirements for your local area. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area. However, if you travel to a different area or need to connect to a different outlet or voltage, you should use one of the power cords listed below.
Reference Information Safety Information Ergonomics WARNING Improper use of keyboards and other input devices has been associated with ergonomic injury. For information about reducing your risk, see Working in Comfort in the online HP Library or visit our ergonomics Web site, www.hp.com/ergo.
Reference Information Safety Information Laser Safety The CD-ROM and DVD drives used with the computer are certified as a Class 1 laser devices according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard and International Standards IEC 825 / IEC 825-1 (EN60825 / EN60825-1). These devices are not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended: • Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully.
Reference Information Safety Information Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the IEEE 802.11 internal wireless radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the wireless radio shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Reference Information Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section presents information that shows how your computer complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications to your computer not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the authority to operate the computer in these regions. U.S.A. This computer has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Reference Information Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity (U.S.A.) Responsible Party: Hewlett-Packard Company Manager of Corporate Product Regulations 3000 Hanover Street Palo Alto, CA 94304 +1 (650) 857-1501 declares that the product(s) Trade name: Hewlett-Packard Company Product name: HP Omnibook 6100 Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
Reference Information Regulatory Information European Union The equipment has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) and to a radio-frequency wireless network. However, due to differences between the individual PST’s provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
Reference Information Regulatory Information Die Geräte wurden gemäß Ratsentscheidung 98/482/EC für den Anschluss an eine einzelne Telefonbuchse im europäischen Raum (Public Switched Telephone Network) und drahtlose Funknetzwerke zertifiziert. In Anbetracht der Unterschiede zwischen den einzelnen Telefonnetzen bietet die Zertifizierung für sich genommen keine absolute Sicherheit, dass die Geräte bei Anschluss an jeder beliebigen Telefonbuchse funktionieren.
Reference Information Regulatory Information Japan Japan Telecommunications Approval JATE approval number: A00-0143JP, A99-0976JP Name of Equipment: T18M038.00, 3CN3BN1556B Russia International Products sold internationally by Hewlett-Packard and its authorized dealers meet the specifications listed on the following page.
Reference Information Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity (according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) Manufacturer’s Name: Manufacturer’s Address: Hewlett-Packard Company, Mobile Computing Division 19310 Pruneridge Ave., Cupertino, CA 95014, U.S.A.
Index A AC (time-out), 129 AC adapter connecting, 22 accessories buying, 13 docking products, 90 plug-in modules, 76 adding RAM, 93 AdHoc wireless network definition, 69 setting up, 69, 72 adjusting brightness, 32, 35 display colors, 35 screen area, 35 airplanes wireless communication in, 72 ALT GR key, 35 antistatic precautions, 93, 95 Applications key, 34 AT commands, 64, 147 audio adjusting volume, 100 connecting devices, 85 troubleshooting, 100 audio jacks, 15 audio-off location, 15 using, 36 B battery
external, 86 port, 16 quality, 104 secondary, 86 settings, 35 switching to external, 34 troubleshooting, 103 TV set, 88 display colors adjusting, 35 docking, 91 docking port, 16 docking system docking, 91 installing tray, 90 purpose, 90 troubleshooting, 104 undocking, 92 docking tray, 90 dragging items, 31 drive lock, 42 drivers downloading, 134 drives creating Hibernate partition, 133 hard drive holder, 97 hard drive lock, 42 plug-in modules, 76 replacing hard disk, 96, 98 time-out, 129 DVD drive installin
num lock, 34 opening, 93 status lights, 15, 19 troubleshooting, 107 keypad (embedded), 34 Keypad Lock, 15, 19 L LAN connecting to, 68 troubleshooting, 109 wireless, 69 LAN port indicator lights, 68 laser safety, 161 Library (HP), 14 lights LAN port, 68 status, 15, 18, 19 locking (cable), 40 LPT1 port, 16 M Main menu (BIOS), 126 memory adding, 93 extended, 126 PC-133, 93, 110 removing, 95 troubleshooting, 110 microphone location, 15 mini dock, 90 Mini-PCI location, 17 modem AT commands, 64, 147 black list,
PC identification, 41 VirusScan, 41 Q QuickLink (Windows 98), 65 R RAM adding, 93 location, 17 PC-133, 93, 110 removing, 95 rebooting boot device, 130 temporary boot device, 30 receiving faxes Windows 2000, 66 Windows 98, 65 Windows XP, 67 recovering original software, 132 Recovery CD diagnostics, 124 replacing, 133 using, 132 registering computer, 25 regulatory information, 163 removing CD, 79 DVD, 79 hard disk drive, 96 hard drive holder, 97 PC Card, 82 RAM, 95 secondary battery, 55 repair service obtai
V ventilation, 45, 106 virus protection, 41 VirusScan, 41 voltage requirements, 159 volume adjusting, 36 troubleshooting, 100 volume control location, 15 W warranty repair, 139 Web sites, 14 Windows documentation, 14 key, 34 password, 39 reinstalling, 132 setting up, 24 updating drivers, 134 wireless communication indicator light, 16, 73 infrared, 89 on-off button, 69 restrictions on use, 72 status, 73 troubleshooting, 121 turning on, 73 wireless network AdHoc, 69, 72 connecting to, 69, 71 infrastructure
